Support Worker | Greymouth

• West Coast –Greymouth - Coasters – Home & Community Support Services
• Permanent full-time position working 40 hours per week

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the role

The Support Worker – Coasters plays an important role in supporting people to live well, age well, and experience a respectful end of life within their own communities. You will provide safe, high-quality, person-centred support that upholds dignity, mana, and independence.

Working closely with the Coordinator and Nurse, you will support clients in their day-to-day wellbeing, respond to changes in their needs, and deliver care in line with individual care plans and organisational standards. 

Key responsibilities

• Provide culturally safe, respectful, and dignified support that recognises clients as active participants in their care
• Support clients to maintain independence and functionality by encouraging participation in activities of daily living
• Work closely with the Coordinator and Nurse, reporting any changes in a client’s wellbeing
• Deliver care in line with individual care plans
• Provide safe, high-quality services under the direction of a registered health professional
• Follow all organisational policies and procedures
• Use technology to support administration and communication requirements
• Participate in training and skills development to work to full scope of practice
• Liaise with the Coordinator regarding rostering, sickness, training, and availability
• Undertake other duties within the scope of the role as agreed with your manager 

Essential requirements

• Hold, or be willing to undertake, NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 2), with an expectation to progress to Level 3 and consider Level 4 over time (with support and approval of the Clinical Lead)
• Current full driver’s licence
• Competent using Microsoft applications and similar software 

Desired experience

• Previous experience as a caregiver or support worker in the community, hospital, or aged care setting 

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kerri McCarthy at Kerri.McCarthy@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.